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2016 Bentley Continental

Black Petrol 3993cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,922 mi
Last recorded64,922 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Bentley Continental22,453 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

Registration188 BB
MakeBentley
ModelContinental
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,993cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 64,922 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front undertray slightly damaged mounting clips ** * drivers footwell area ***

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 47,515 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 Apr 2025 47,508 miles

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Mar 2024 34,188 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 26,439 miles

Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 22,825 miles

All tyres cracking in tread and sidewall areas

Pass 9 Jun 2021 18,806 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2020 14,569 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 10,038 miles

How Reliable is the Bentley Continental?

Based on 209,069 MOT tests across 16,051 vehicles.

90.0%
Pass Rate
2,167
Miles/Year
29
Year Lifespan
16,051
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 937
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 889
Headlamp cleaning device inoperative 815
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 790
registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced 644
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188 BB is a 2016 Bentley Continental in Black with a 3,993cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2016 Bentley Continental models, the average MOT pass rate is 94.2% with a typical mileage of 22,453 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Bentley Continental fails its MOT is tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords, accounting for 937 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 188 BB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Bentley Continental typically stays on UK roads for around 29 years. At 10 years old, this Bentley Continental is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was 188 BB registered?

188 BB is a 2016 Bentley Continental, first registered on 26 April 2016.

Is 188 BB safe to buy?

The MOT history for 188 BB shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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